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    Star of Greece - Boison Berry and Chocolate Ice Cream ftw!

    Star of Greece

    4.3(20 reviews)
    2.1 kmAldinga
    $$$$

    We stopped in for lunch as a part of a wine tasting tour. While it doesn't look like much from the…read moreoutside it is very welcoming once you walk through the front door. While it is pretty casual inside the food is much more than you might expect from what looks like a shack on the beach. We enjoyed the fish of the day, grilled served with a few chips and salad. We also shared a tomato salad entree and some bread. Food was fresh, high quality and perfectly prepared. Portions were very reasonable - this is not a place where you need to order an appetizer instead of a main course to avoid over eating. Service was very warm and welcoming and you just can't beat the view. If you want to eat inside away from the heat, advance reservations are essential. Recommended.

    The white building on the top of the cliff, known to us all as the Star of Greece…read more The Star of Greece is famed for its' view of the ocean, being perched right on the cliffs above Port Willunga Beach. It is also famous for its' seafood, and seasonal, local produce driven food and wine menu. Recently, the Star had a makeover which has resulted in even better views of the ocean from every table, and a contemporary, bright feel. Local art adds colour. Before perusing the Autumn menu, we opt for a glass of bubbles out on the deck, which you can also book to dine upon. Service is friendly, chatty but not obtrusive. We are kept informed and engaged in chat when there was a bit of a delay for our mains to come out, which was good customer service. Tables are set classically with white cloths, and a little bit of nature in the form of a potted succulent. Nice glassware for sparkling, whites and reds is offered. Chef sends with his compliments an amuse bouche of tiny smoked potato cubes, smoked mascarpone, and a lightly spiced potato crisp. A little mouthful of heaven smoky, crunchy, potato still al dente with bite, and not over seasoned with salt. Crumbed croquettes of 'brandade' or salt cod are served with fresh crab meat, potato mousse, smoked roe and sprinkled with spiced powders ($18). My MIL loved it! Mr Wino's special of the day ($16) was white anchovies presented in their own tin, with a garlic mayo and toasts. Gone in mere seconds! Pumpkin tofu ($16) is not a 'true' tofu as there is no soy in it. In fact, this is far better! You can taste the pure flavour of every ingredient. The tofu is silken and wobbling and rich with pure, savoury pumpkin flavour. Seed crisp is crunchy and studded with roasted pepitas. Savoury Japanese pumpkin is also served roasted over coals, with just a hint of sweetness. MIL opts for the Star of Greece classic, Kangaroo Island battered whiting, chunky hand cut chips, watermelon salad and sauce gribiche ($33). Pretty in pink, my house made fettuccine is stained with an earthy but not overly flavoursome pink beetroot sauce, sprinkled with toasted walnuts and adorned with a slice of heirloom yellow beetroot ($29). As pretty as it was, it was a little cold, and while I polished off the lot it wasn't as flavoursome as my pumpkin starter. Glorious greens. For an extra vitamin boost we also have a serving of the seasonal veggies, with truffle oil and roasted walnuts ($10), which is perfectly cooked, glossy and fragrant from the truffle oil. We were all happy to eat our greens! Afterwards or before, the beach beckons. A stroll along the orange cliffs with sand beneath your toes is very good for the soul, and for digestion!

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    Star of Greece
    Star of Greece - Salt cod brandade

    Salt cod brandade

    Star of Greece - Yellow kingfish sashimi with house made black rice crispies, roe and dill cucumber

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    Yellow kingfish sashimi with house made black rice crispies, roe and dill cucumber

    Home Grain Bakery - My all time favourite Pie - Steak and Peppercorn

    Home Grain Bakery

    4.3(7 reviews)
    0.1 kmAldinga
    $$

    At last I can stop driving as far away as Port Elliott to get a pie of taste and quality!…read moreI love this bakery and it opened in December 2011 at a time when first moved to SA and lived close by in Seaford. Toff, Cara and the staff at the Home Grain Bakery have perfected the art of the perfect pie! During my time in Adelaide I must have sampled nearly every "Pie of the Month" and my usual favourite "Beef and Green Peppercorn" which has won the best pie award on numerous occasions. This is my favourite as it is simply delicious. I have never had a chunkier pie! Please open a pie shop in Sydney - as I know you'd do well. I also frequented usually on Saturday mornings so that I could sample the breakfast pie range as well. If I wanted a the 'Bacon Brekky Pie', I needed to be down at the bakery early, because they usually sell out by mid morning. If this pie sells out don't fret because there is usually a Spinach and Mushroom Pie still available. Both breakfast pies are the best I have ever tasted and so much better than a quiche! In addition there are many Vegetarian pie/ pastie options. If you'd like to be temped with some sweet choices - there are lots of Jam Berliners, Finger Buns, Vanilla Slices (Yum), Beerenberg Kitchener Bun,Croissants and donuts. Freshly baked bread loaves are also displayed in the bakery window. Too much choice to choose from. I complement my meals with locally roasted Villere coffee made on the Ruggero Espresso machine. The best coffee 'Down South'! All coffees are served with a little moon shortbread made exclusively by Margaret -Toff's Nan- for the bakery. These should also be packaged for sale as they are delicious. Every time I visit Adelaide - I have to come back for one of Home Grain Bakery's Pies.

    I went down to Aldinga especially for the bakery's vegan Wednesday specials and was slightly…read moredisappointed. The vegan sausage roll was like stew wrapped in pastry and lacked flavor. The fingerbun was overpowered by the icing. The staff member I dealt with was unsure of which items were vegan. Despite this I am planning to return in a few weeks to try one of their famous vegan vanilla slices!

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    Home Grain Bakery - A Pie of the Month - Moroccan Mayhem Lamb Pie served with Mint Yogurt Sauce

    A Pie of the Month - Moroccan Mayhem Lamb Pie served with Mint Yogurt Sauce

    Home Grain Bakery - Wholemeal vegan pastie $5.20. Best enjoyed in nearby Port Willunga beach

    Wholemeal vegan pastie $5.20. Best enjoyed in nearby Port Willunga beach

    Home Grain Bakery - Mushroom and Spinach Pie and a good cup of locally roasted Villere coffee

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    Mushroom and Spinach Pie and a good cup of locally roasted Villere coffee

    Smiling Samoyed Brewery - Hoppy - the official greeter Samoyed

    Smiling Samoyed Brewery

    4.1(11 reviews)
    13.9 km
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    Honestly, this place deserved points simply for the gorgeous dog that seems to just wander around…read morehere. Then again, the dog aside (which is hard to ignore mind you, especially since it seems to be perpetually hungry), they also have some absolutely awesome beers here, but then again it is a craft brewery. Yeah, they also do food, but once again most breweries also do that. This is certainly a little gem that happens to be incredibly popular.

    One afternoon when heading on a joy ride to Normanville we passed through the charming historical…read moretown of Myponga. High on the old butter factory facade - a welcome beacon calling us within it's walls. A fluffy, smiling Samoyed face. Even better was the encouraging word that sealed the deal, 'brewery'! Smiling Samoyed Brewery has been lovingly transformed from it's former life as Myponga Brewery by husband and wife Simon Dunstone and Kate Henning. The charming rustic-styled barn opened in November 2012, and was listed in Adelaide Now's Top 10 Beer Gardens in December 2013. The namesakes act as the welcoming committee, usually lounging in the front gardens. Wrap around verandas provide a variety of seating styles for groups large & small, sun worshippers and the pink-prone. From the back verandah there is a panoramic view of the Myponga reservoir which hosts golden sunsets, swans and the occasional kangaroo. The brewery itself is visible from inside, through large picture windows, and it's produce available on tap, as take away, and on some of the most unique and hand made tasting paddles I've had the fortune to come across. All of the beers we tried were great. The Dark Ale has coffee and chocolate flavours and nice light hop bitterness to clean it up. The 12 Paws American Pale Ale has medium hop-bitterness with nice maltiness that makes it refreshing in the sun. The First Batch American Pale Ale had more floral notes, including banana flower. Wood fired pizzas laden with local produce, like Alexandrina Cheese, are the specialty here. The pizzas are a good size, with nice wood oven char on the crust but not too bubbled or charred. In true Italian style the toppings aren't overwhelmed by cheese making this a healthier than normal option. The woodfired pizzas are ably supported by tasting platters with the season's & region's finest, like Adelaide Hills avocados, metwurst, Alexandrina carraway Gouda, and salt & pepper calamari. All is fresh and flavoursome, the calamari crunchy, sweet and tender. Before or after dining & taking in the live music & views over the reservoir, take some time to wander through the old butter factory markets. There are books, antiques, tools, home made jams and crafts, hot chilli sauces, an art gallery and local eggs.

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    Smiling Samoyed Brewery - Platter, amazing fries and dipping sauce and delicious beer tasting!

    Platter, amazing fries and dipping sauce and delicious beer tasting!

    Smiling Samoyed Brewery - Specials board....keep em coming!

    Specials board....keep em coming!

    Smiling Samoyed Brewery - Welcoming committee, Copper, Mia and Poppet

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    Welcoming committee, Copper, Mia and Poppet

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